I have been there and I’m sure you have too. Voices saying things you have never imagined in your head. That’s how I start today’s music prompt on this beautiful Saturday. Join us. The song is by Jonas Brothers. Listen to song Compose a poem inspired by song Use #DWWMP Share with us Remember, this … Read more
“Worrying is thinking negative thoughts about things that are outside of your control.”
-Mel Robbin
The title of today’s post may seem oxymoronic or counterintuitive. Worrying by definition is a negative trait so how can it be optimistic?
Let me elaborate.
“Being sick is just your body’s way of saying you’re too awesome, and you need to slow down, so everyone can catch up.”
-Unknown
Being sick sucks, right? It can put you in a depressing mood and everything, be it eating, talking or simply getting out of bed seems like a chore.
But what if I said that there are certain benefits of becoming sick?
“Procrastination is the thief of time.”
-Edward Young
You do it. I do it. We all do it at some point in our lives. Some may do it more than others. But the devil called procrastination has visited all of us at least once and usually, multiple times through various trials and tribulations.
How do we combat it?
It all makes sense now. I know why i am drawn to music even to the point that i stop to listen to good sounds when i walk in the streets of Lagos, Nigeria. When all is well you can come visit. I am that boy that will give you tour of the city. Anyways, … Read more
I have just the right picture that will not shatter or blow your mind away- i need it here- but guide your creative process as we go smoothly into Daily Wisdom Words Picture Writing Exercise. The words are shattered and glass. Picture credit goes to Debby. See picture Compose a write inspired by picture with … Read more
“Patience is not passive, on the contrary, it is concentrated strength.” -Bruce Lee How hard or easy is it to have patience? For me personally, it’s one of the most difficult acts to do. Whether it’s waiting for a package delivery or sitting at the airport, I always find myself getting antsy, especially if things … Read more
“Worrying is like sitting in a rocking chair. It gives you something to do but it doesn’t get you anywhere.”
-Traditional Proverb
What is anxiety beyond the usual textbook definition?
A friend of mine once said it felt like her “body, mind and soul were on a perpetual rollercoaster of fear, violent shivering and a heart attack all in one eternal ride.”
“Have a good cry, wash out your heart. If you keep it inside it’ll tear you apart.”
-Sometimes You Win (1979) by Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show
When was the last time you cried? Whenever it was, did you know you also ended up cleaning some bacteria? In a way, you also just vacuumed your eyes.
Confused?
“Having a clear mind and a clear space allows you to think and act with purpose.”
-Ericka Oppenheimer
Stop what you’re doing for a second. Close your eyes and listen to your mind. Do you hear non-stop chattering that just won’t shut up even if you want it to?
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“Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax.”
-Mark Black
In previous posts, I’ve written about how important it is to not let a goal become an obsession. Indeed, any goal needs focus and attention. But it also needs an amalgamation of hard work and then taking the time to acknowledge the hard work.
Or as it’s more commonly expressed, stop and smell the roses.
Before the advent of pictures that bears graphical representation of things today pictures existed in our mind. We could capture, edit and send them to people through words. But this process is somewhat stressful. Hence, the need for something that can do away with the stress of transferring them from our mind to others. Do … Read more
It is no news that yesterday was Good Friday. The mind of the whole world was on Jesus Christ, the savior of the world. He died and is risen just to redeem us from sin. Do you love Him? I love him. He is always on mind: when I wake, eat, sleep and do anything. … Read more
HOW IS YOUR FOCUSABILITY? ASSUMING YOU DON’T SUFFER FROM ATTENTION DEFICIT ORDER OR OTHER RELATED MENTAL ILLNESS, FOCUS IN OFTEN DETERMINED BY CONCENTRATION AND GOOD LISTENING SKILLS AS WELL AS INTEREST LEVEL OF WHAT WE ARE FOCUSING ON. HOW WELL WE FOCUS IS ALSO DETERMINED WITH EMOTIONS, OR, WHEN LEARNING SOMETHING NEW, LOGISTICAL INTEREST. WHEN … Read more
“Objects in mirror are closer than they appear.”
-Unknown
Today’s quote appears on every single side mirror attached to cars. Rarely, if ever, do people think about it apart from when they’re driving.
“Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength.”
-Betty Friedan
We all dread it at some point. We try our best to stall it and when we can’t, we’d all like to pretend it’s not there by covering it up in any way possible.
I’m talking about aging.
“The thing about meditation is: You become more and more you.”
-David Lynch
What exactly is meditation? The textbook definition is reaching a level of consciousness in your mind to where you can control what you think. In many ways, it’s nothing more than an advanced level of mindfulness.
“Wherever you are, be there totally.”
-Eckhart Tolle
In this day and age, there’s a myriad of articles, tips, advice to focus on our mental state of mind in order to have more control, if not completely conquer. I myself have written countless posts on this topic for this site as well.
“Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength.”
-Betty Friedan
We all dread it at some point. We try our best to stall it and when we can’t, we’d all like to pretend it’s not there by covering it up in any way possible.
I’m talking about aging.
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